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Mariah S.

Experienced Part Time/Full Time Nanny Available!

Prospect, CT

4.8(1)
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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
I started out as a mother's helper and teaching/assisting Sunday school (pre-k-2nd-middle school). My experience has brought me to my most recent job as a nanny and tutor. Having dealt with both severe food allergies, sensory issues and high functioning Asperger's syndrome, I have come to learn that each child has their own way...

Laura D. says "Phenomenal, thoughtful, smart and gracious caregiver. Added so much vibrancy to our lives and truly cared deeply for our kids. Highly recommend Mariah!"

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Recently Moved Back To CT 15+ Yrs Experience

Wallingford, CT

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
travel
light cleaning
*****currently unavailable**** I have over a decade of childcare experience in multiple situations; as a mother's helper, in day care centers, WFH situations, and when parents go into the office. Ages 3m-14yrs. I have been responsible for up to four children at one time with their age ranges being 5 months to 8 years old. I have...

Alice A. says "Colleen served as a nanny to our 2 girls (ages 9 and 11) for 11 months. Her duties included picking them up from school and driving them home or to after...

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Experienced Nanny/Babysitter/Helper Available

Seymour, CT

4.1(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 20 families in your area
Grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have been watching children since high school. I did that for three years. After high school, I taught 2 and 3-years-old's in Sunday school. I also worked with a before and after-school program with children (from kindergarten to grade five) for a year (and was the site's leader). After a few years passed, I got married to a...

Doug M. says "We spoke with Pauline on the phone - excellent communication, very efficient, and very helpful. We didn't hire Pauline only because our plans changed but...

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Childcare Provider With 5 Years Experience

Southington, CT

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$23/hr
5 years experience
Hi! I'm Amanda! I have been babysitting and watching over kids from a young age. Even when I was too young to babysit on my own, I would help out in my church nursery as often as I was allowed to. I was also a mother's helper for a mother with a toddler and infant twins. I worked at a daycare with mostly infants and toddlers for...
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Full-Time Nanny

Waterbury, CT

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$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a loving mom, wife, daughter, sister, friend, auntie, & one of my favorite roles a nanny/mother's helper! I have 16 years of caregiving experience with children of all ages. It's an honor to me when parents put their trust in me & allow me to care for and love their children! From September 2017 to December 2022, I was...
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Thanks For Stopping By And Taking The Time To Read My Bio!

Oxford, CT

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$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'd describe my personality as kind, empathetic, and fun loving. I like working with kids because they give me a unique perspective on the world that we tend to forget in our adult years. I'm looking for a job that fulfills me and helps me to learn and grow as a person. I started working with kids when I was 13 years old...
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Cheshire, CT

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Jess, I'm 21 years old and I was born and raised in Cheshire, Connecticut. I'm a recent college graduate from Elon University and will be back in Cheshire for the entire summer. Growing up, I was the oldest of 16 younger cousins so I was always the designated babysitter at family gatherings. I have eight years of...
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Marissa - Babysitter

Middlebury, CT

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$19/hr
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Marissa, I have experience working in child care for over 7 years. I have worked in a before and after-school program for a local elementary school, organizing crafts, and providing homework help. I have been a mother's helper/babysitter since I was 13, and I have worked at a local summer camp for about 4-5...
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Experienced Child Caregiver/Teacher

Waterbury, CT

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have many years of experience working with children teaching, fostering, direct care and mentoring them. I was a head teacher for preschool-head start programs for many years. I have helped many families with ideas and support on how to manage some behaviors and emotions by helping to design a consistent routine. My experience...
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About Myself

New Britain, CT

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
My name is Jadanique, and I'm 21 years old. I live in New Britain, Connecticut. I was recently a special education paraprofessional for 3 and a half years, where I gained extensive experience in supporting students with diverse needs. I bring a variety of skills to the table, including meal prepping, organization, taking walks,...

Care Member says "I was so nervous going into this whole new person supervising my child . JANDANIQUE FITTED RIGHT IN . And I couldn’t be more grateful. Communication...

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Happy, Energetic And Studious College-Aged Helper

Milford, CT

3.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Erin and I am an undergraduate student at Loyola University Chicago. I am an economics student with minors in German, journalism, computer science, and environmental science. I absolutely love school and learning new skills is my passion. Over summer breaks I reside in southern Connecticut with my family, but...

Allison B. says "Erin is an excellent student, is reliable and is great with animals and kids."

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Great Mommas Helper

Derby, CT

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Experienced caring for multiple family members such as younger sibling & baby cousin. I am fun, patient, loving & very helpful.
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Mother's Helper

Shelton, CT

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi everyone I'm 46 years old mother of 3 boys ages 27, 21, 15 a grandma of a little girl and boy. Trumbull resident I have 16 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Carpooling. I'm looking for a long-term job part time.
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Shelton, CT

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I recently left my 9-5 working as a Geologist to have a homestead lifestyle with my husband. Interested in a part time position. Prior to college, I have worked with children in many forms. I was a mother's helper to a family for almost 10 years, I was a girl scout counselor for 3 years, and I coached/refereed SYSO soccer teams....
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Part-time Babysitter

Bethlehem, CT

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi, my name is Jaime! I am a 6th grade teacher looking for side gigs either on the weekends or nights. I would also love to be a mother's helper- running errands, etc. Let me know with any questions you may have!
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Meet Jalina

Ansonia, CT

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$17/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi my name is Jalina. I have 6 years of childcare experience including of 3 years of teaching and directing youth theater from ages 4-17, and 6 years of nannying and babysitting ages infant to 16. I'm great with kids and animals, have a reliable car, first aid and CPR certified, as well am epi pen and inhaler administration...
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Hamden, CT

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$17/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Leanna, living in Hamden, CT, and pursuing my degree in nursing and psychology. I have always loved kids! I have been working with little people in various capacities much of my life. I started out as a kindergarten class aid and a counselor at a camp for special needs children. I began babysitting during high...
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Middletown, CT

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
Hi there! Thank you for taking the time to get to know me. I am looking to obtain a job as your next family helper. I am very creative, humble and patient! I have worked within Connecticut's special needs community for the past nine years as a behavioral therapist. I am currently pursuing my master's degree, in the meantime, I...
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Knowledgeable, Responsible, And Most Importantly, Fun Loving!

Newington, CT

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hello! Thank you for considering me as your family's babysitter! As a person with an extended family, I began acting as a "mother's helper" at the age of 10. Now, I have 5 years of professional childcare experience, acting as a summer camp counselor, after-school caretaker, and traditional babysitter. I am extremely reliable,...
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Here To Help!

Rocky Hill, CT

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello! My name is Cristina I am 28 and currently in the works of starting my own business creating an organic massage oils line! I've always had a motherly side to me and since being the first born in my family and all my cousins. I have a sister and a brother whom are older now but I was always the go-to helper for my family...
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  • 24 mother's helpers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of July 2025

  • The average star rating for rated mother's helpers is 4.0

Recent mother's helper reviews from local parents in Prospect, CT

Mother's Helpers in Prospect, CT are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 24 listed mother's helpers

Mariah S.

Phenomenal, thoughtful, smart and gracious caregiver. Added so much vibrancy to our lives and truly cared deeply for our kids. Highly...

- Laura D.

Colleen S.

Colleen served as a nanny to our 2 girls (ages 9 and 11) for 11 months. Her duties included picking them up from school and driving them...

- Alice A.

Pauline C.

We spoke with Pauline on the phone - excellent communication, very efficient, and very helpful. We didn't hire Pauline only because our...

- Doug M.

FAQs for finding a mother's helper

In a lot of cases mother’s helpers take on many of the same babysitter duties that a normal babysitter does. A mother’s helper can help with homework, can supervise children, and can even do light housework. The biggest difference between a sitter and a mother’s helper is typically their age. Usually, a mother’s helper is a “babysitter in training” who isn’t old enough to be alone in a home with children, but can help keep an eye on children while parents are nearby while taking some time to themselves. Review 1 profiles to see which responsibilities mother’s helpers near you are happy to take on.

Thanks to babysitting websites like Care.com, it’s easy to find qualified babysitters online near you, including mother’s helpers. You can search through Care.com profiles to find a mother’s helper who has the experience you’re looking for and can help tackle the top babysitting duties on your list in Prospect, CT. You can even search by hourly rates and check out reviews from real families.

Similar to babysitting rates, mother’s helpers rates can vary based on different factors like their years of experience or where you live. Typically, mother’s helper rates near you start at $15.00.

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